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The Chemistry of Perfume and Distillations by Al-Kindi

“The Chemistry of Perfume and Distillations” by Al-Kindi:
A Guide to the Art of Perfumery

The Life and Legacy of Al-Kindi: A Polymath's Journey In the vibrant intellectual landscape of the Golden Age of Islam, Al-Kindi emerged as a beacon of knowledge, a polymath whose contributions to various fields of science and philosophy…
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Creating Resinous Perfumes: A Novice Perfumer’s Guide

Resinous perfumes are a category of fragrances composed of various types of resins as a base note upon which the rest of the scents are built. Resins, also known as balms, are thick, sticky, viscous substances exudated from trees. When resins…